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Child Protection Caseworker - Southern NSW Department: Northern CPPYJLocation: Batemans Bay, NSW 2536; Ulladulla, NSW 2539; Goulburn, NSW 2580; Yass, NSW 2582; Bega, NSW 2550; Queanbeyan, NSW 2620; Cooma, NSW 2630 Req ID: 65795 We are currently recruiting to fill vacancies in Bega, Goulburn, Queanbeyan, & Yass We are currently recruiting for a recruitment pool to fill future vacancies in Cooma & Batemans Bay. We do work that really matters DCJ is all about keeping families together so that children thrive at home. Our first priority is always the safety, welfare and wellbeing of the children or young person. In this role, you will respond to reports about safety concerns surrounding children or young people who may have been harmed. Interested in learning more about the lifestyle opportunities available in Southern NSW? to read about the housing opportunities, amenities and attractions in Southern NSW and why it might be the perfect home for you What youll do work sensitively and respectfully with parents, family members, children or young people work collaboratively with other agencies and engage in complex problem solving assist families in formulating goals that align with their needs, addressing safety and well-being concerns, and provide appropriate assistance through home visits develop safety plans and complete risk assessments manage cases and situations including working with high needs and high-risk clients and their families be involved in court processes, including the preparation of court documents and attending court participate in individual and group supervision Being a Child Protection Caseworker can be difficult. Sometimes, you may have to make tough decisions with families to help them overcome hardships in order to be able to care for their children and develop safe and loving homes. What were looking for To be a Child Protection Caseworker you need to be confident, curious and resilient. The essential requirements include: Preferred Completed or in your final semester of a Bachelors or Masters degree in Social Work, Social Science and Welfare along with practical experience. (If you are in your final semester of university you will not be able to commence on duty if successful until you have completed your degree) Other related degrees are considered, if you can demonstrate your knowledge skills and experience working with vulnerable children, young people and families Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to build positive working relationships A valid drivers licence (P1 or above) A paid working with children clearance number to view the role description and the assessment process to hear from our Caseworkers. Whats in it for you? As , we offer competitive benefits and opportunities including: Rewarding salary from $89,934 pa to $116,969 pa plus superannuation and annual leave loading Opportunities to work flexibly 17 weeks of industry leading training in the Caseworker Development Program Customised career development and support for your personal and professional growth Generous leave entitlements including flex leave Positive culture for wellness including Fitness Passport, tailored health app and mental health support Are you ready to join us? Click apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) as well as an up-to-date rsum (maximum 5 pages). Got a question? If youve got a question about applying or would benefit from an adjustment in the recruitment process to help you perform at your best (including an alternate method submission of the application), please call Isabelle on 02 9765 3781 or via [email protected]. Job Segment: Counseling, Recruiting, Social Worker, Service, Healthcare, Human Resources #J-18808-Ljbffr